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Stunning guest house 5 minutes from Lake Wanaka

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Relax in a stylish outdoor seating area with a sofa and coffee table, surrounded by lush greenery and distant mountains.
Enter the serene Minaretride Retreat, where lush greenery surrounds a tranquil pathway.
Relax in a serene space with a large bed, bedside tables, and a framed picture on the wall.
Relax in this stylish living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable sofa, and a glass coffee table.
Relax in this inviting living room with a comfortable sofa, coffee table, and two chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 25 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Pool
The current price is €203
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stunning guest house 5 minutes from Lake Wanaka

Newly built to the highest standard, this is a 60 Sqm self contained, 1 bedroom guest house.
The bedroom can be separated from the lounge or opened up to allow the appreciation of the incredible mountain view whilst having your morning coffee brewed by the supplied Nespresso Machine.
The king bed can be separated into two single beds if you prefer. Bedding is a warm duvet, 400TC cotton sheets and electric blanket.
The bathroom has underfloor heating, a large walk in shower, heated towel rail and drying room for ski gear.
Lake Wanaka is 5 minutes walk away. Cycle 5 minutes and arrive at the famous Sticky Forest Bike tracks. Wanaka township is 5 minutes drive. There are also two mountain bikes (his and hers) available for use.
Access to Peninsular Bay's stunning facilities of a large heated swimming pool in summer, 2 spa pools heated all year round and well equipped gymnasium.

And lastly there is an arrival welcome pack inc. tea and coffee for all guests.

Facilities include;
Heat pump/Air conditioner
Unlimited Free Wifi
55" Smart TV with Apple TV so guests can log into their streaming services.
Microwave
Nespresso Coffee Machine
Kettle
Toaster
Hair Dryer
Iron and Ironing board
If anything else is needed you only need to ask as we live next door....
Special conditions:
There is a cot available for babies and we can provide a camp beds for larger children.

A cleaning charge will be added to the end of your stay, this covers all linen, towels and full clean of property.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$105.00 per stay); Linen (included);

Property manager

Jay Simon

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 50 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 20042216

Property is also known as

Stunning 5 Minutes From Wanaka
Stunning Guest House 5 Minutes From Lake Wanaka Wanaka

About the area

Map
Wanaka, Wanaka

What's nearby

  • Wānaka Golf Club - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Puzzling World - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Wānaka Lavender Farm - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Rippon Vineyard - 13 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Mount Iron Lookout - 17 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kai Whakapai - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Curbside Coffee & Bagels - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Doughbin Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Big Fig - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪B.Social Brewery & Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning guest house 5 minutes from Lake Wanaka have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Stunning guest house 5 minutes from Lake Wanaka?

As of 13 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning guest house 5 minutes from Lake Wanaka on 17 Jul 2025 start from €203.27, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Stunning guest house 5 minutes from Lake Wanaka pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning guest house 5 minutes from Lake Wanaka?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning guest house 5 minutes from Lake Wanaka?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning guest house 5 minutes from Lake Wanaka located?

Located in the heart of Wānaka, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Wānaka and within 3 miles (5 km) of Gallery Thirty Three and Picture Lounge. Pembroke Park and Wānaka Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Stunning guest house 5 minutes from Lake Wanaka Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property with outstanding views Jay made us feel very welcome Close to town Highly recommend to others

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice accomodation,

Great stay, tidy and comfortable, clean and nice fittings. Owner was approachable and accomodating.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hubert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Stay

Vow what a beautiful place to stay, Jay the owner has built this house with passion and thinking about every small things which make guest holiday very comfortable. House was very nice and clean. Top notch place will definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fantastic get away

We loved staying in this place. It was super clean and the heat pump ensured that we stayed nice and cool. A wonderful place to relax and unwind. Really comfy bed and a super helpful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We rated accommodation as "first class". The host is friendly and helpful.

Our accommodation is so neat and clean. The location is so handy only few minutes away from the Wanaka establishments. What a superb view around the place we stayed, with a good street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in Wanaka

A friend and I enjoyed our two nights at this spot. It was the perfect place from which to enjoy what Wanaka has to offer. The kitchen supplies were very useful - not having a kitchen sink took a bit of getting used to but we worked it out. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow what a location

Beautiful property with all the comforts of home -very clean modern and spacious. Great neighbourhood to walk around with beautiful homes. Guesthouse very private. Jay very welcoming. Would have loved to stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fraser H., Geelong

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and Cozy

We had a nice short stay here and felt very comfortable and cozy the whole time whilst also being nice and spacious. It is in a very nice neighbourhood close to some quieter lakeside spots and is nicely tucked away on the property making it nice and private. Having the bikes was a nice option too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very tidy

Lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katrina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain views & arvo sun

Great location, close to walking/biking tracks, plenty of room for the 2 of us & patio was fab for sunny afternoons with a book. Thanks Jay
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location in Wanaka

We had a brilliant time. Our host, Jay, took us out in his boat to a unique island with a lake at the top in Lake Wanaka. There were bikes for our use and we were a short walk away from a quiet beach. Jay was very friendly and helpful, the holiday bungalow was very comfortable and private and the area was very quiet and peaceful. Altogether a perfect location.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R., Exeter, Devon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We had a fantastic time here. The guest house is really spacious with superb seating inside and out and views to die for. There is a lovely big bathroom, a very comfortable bed and ample space to make drinks and snacks. Jay was a terrific host and gave us loads of useful information about Wanaka. What more can I say?!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Kenneth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable modern accommodation

Fairly new modern accommodation for 2-3. Very comfortable clean and tidy. Good facilities but owners unable to provide more amenities such as sink, or stove, due to regulations. More suitable for those eating out most of the time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice place!

Beautiful location in a nice neighborhood. Landscape is pretty and the unit is spacious and new! My only ding on the property is that there is no sink in the kitchenette area. I realize that a sink was not advertised in the listing, but that wasn't really something I was looking for in the listing - that's just something that I would expect to be in the unit. However, lack of the sink is not a deal breaker - I definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect stay!

My son and I traveled from Arizona all the way to New Zealand and truly loved staying here! The neighbor was beautiful, the house was clean, fresh, and relaxing, and Jay and Nikki were SUCH excellent hosts! It was almost as if we were staying with old friends or something. Nikki shared some DELICIOUS cheese muffins she had made with us after we arrived a day later than expected, and Jay was so kind to make himself available to drive us across to Rippon Hall one day for a wedding we were attending. His tour-guide vibes going through town did not disappoint! I also really appreciated the welcome binder and travel brochures - SO helpful! Truly loved calling this place "home" while we were on vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful accommodation

This property was extremely well thought out. We could see a lot of care had gone into the planning of the unit. Place has a huge walk in Shower, fantastic size strong water pressure heated floor. Has a Very Comfy Bed, which is so important. Heated bed blanket for cold nights. Jay was lovely to us, he is welcoming , friendly, easy to talk to kind of guy. when we needed guidance on the BBQ Jay was on the scene in a timely manner. Thank you, Jay! Stunning views with our morning coffee and BBQ. Had a top experience. Will be back for sure. Recommend this reliable place. Very pleased.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Wanaka Guest House

Place was clean and great location. Options for cooking limited to a microwave, BBQ supplied but doesn't really work in winter. The rest of the guest house well appointed. We left some coats in the cupboard which the owner nicely couriered back to us, at our request, once he was 100% positive that we had paid the courier fee. However, owner was less then friendly when we rang to request this. Accused us of breaking a door, which came of the track the moment we touched it. I refitted the door and neglected to rush straight up to the main house and tell him, to which he thought gave him the entitlement to yell at my wife over the phone. This interaction with him soured what was a great week, in a nice accommodation. Perhaps he needs to learn a little bit about ways to speak to people if he is going to be in the business of hospitality. Otherwise, nice place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie s., Baton Rouge

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beutiful view and a great location

What a lovely, stand alone property at the base of the lot with a private entry from the sidewalk! There is a huge glass entry wall with sliding door that makes for a lovely view of the mountains. The bathroom had a roomy walk-in shower. We would definitely return to this 'Stunning Guest House' in the future. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing little getaway

Loved our stay at Jays pad. Jay is an excellent host and couldn't have been more helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and comfortable

This was a perfect place for my husband and I to enjoy a long weekend away. Beautiful views, quiet surroundings, comfortable, clean and welcoming apartment. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Utterly perfect. Thank you Jay

Clean and very well presented. Quiet and Warm....would definitely stay again Jay is a perfect host
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Minaret Ridge

We loved staying there. The host was very friendly and welcoming. The setting is beautiful. The rooms were clean, comfortable and well equipped. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

shehan g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent, comfortable, great value and excellent hosting

The property was excellent and by far the best value for money we could find. Great location, very comfortable stay including a good amount of space and warmth and an excellent shower and bathroom. Jay was a superb host and went above and beyond. Will certainly be recommending to friends and colleagues. Thanks very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

awesome

lovely batch with great views right near the waterfront!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Camilla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stsy

Restful spotless hideaway with magic views and the opportunity to enjoy the outdoor area . Lovely time many thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021